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CARD 2 OF 2
Which word fits this meaning? Expressing amusement in a dry or ironic way.
adjective
Reveal word and examples wry Her wry comment about perfect timing came just as the clock fell off the wall. Dictionary practice example. Her wry smile was the first hint that the story might be smaller. From The cases in the attic . Full dictionary entry How did you do before revealing the answer?
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